User Guide

EPL Prediction Game - User Guide

Welcome to the EPL Prediction Game! This guide will help you get started and explain how to make predictions and earn points.

Quick Start

  1. Register: Create an account at our site
  2. Make Predictions: Predict scores before each gameweek deadline
  3. Earn Points: Get 3 points for exact scores, 1 point for correct outcomes
  4. Join Leagues: Compete with friends in private leagues

Making Predictions

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Navigate to the Predictions page
  2. Select the upcoming gameweek (if not already selected)
  3. For each fixture, enter your predicted score in the input fields:
    • Left box: Home team score
    • Right box: Away team score
  4. Click Save Predictions when you're done

Mobile Predictions

On mobile devices:

  1. Tap on a fixture card to expand the prediction inputs
  2. Enter your predicted scores in the input fields
  3. Tap on another fixture to continue making predictions
  4. Swipe left or right to navigate between gameweeks
  5. All predictions must be completed before you can save

Important Deadlines

  • Predictions must be submitted before the gameweek deadline
  • Deadlines are typically 2 hours before the first match of each gameweek
  • Once a match kicks off, you can no longer predict its result
  • You can change your predictions any time before the deadline

Scoring System

Our scoring system rewards accuracy:

| Prediction | Example | Points | |------------|---------|--------| | Exact Score | You predict 2-1, result is 2-1 | 3 points | | Correct Outcome | You predict 2-1, result is 3-1 | 1 point | | Incorrect | You predict 2-1, result is 1-2 | 0 points |

Leagues

Joining a League

  1. Navigate to the Leagues page
  2. Click Join League
  3. Enter the league invitation code
  4. Click Join

Creating a League

  1. Navigate to the Leagues page
  2. Click Create League
  3. Fill in the league details
  4. Share the invitation code with friends

Dashboard

Your dashboard provides an overview of:

  • Your upcoming fixtures
  • Recent predictions and results
  • League standings
  • Your performance statistics
  • Previous gameweek winners (global and from your leagues)

Previous GW Winners

The Previous GW Winners card displays:

  • Top 5 global performers from the last completed gameweek
  • Best performers from each of your leagues
  • Points earned by each winner
  • Medal indicators for the top 3 global winners

This feature helps you track who performed best in the previous gameweek and how your leagues' top predictors compare to the global leaderboard. Use it to identify successful prediction strategies and stay competitive within your leagues.

Settings

The Settings page lets you view planned customization options:

  • Appearance: Theme settings and UI animations (Coming Soon)
  • Notifications: Email and browser notifications preferences (Coming Soon)
  • Profile: Profile visibility and favorite team settings (Coming Soon)
  • View Options: Customize how content is displayed (Coming Soon)

To access Settings, click on your profile picture in the top right corner and select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.

Mobile App Features

The EPL Prediction Game is optimized for mobile devices with the following features:

Mobile Navigation

  • A convenient bottom navigation bar on mobile devices makes it easy to access key sections
  • Quick access to Dashboard, Predictions, Results, and Leagues

Touch-Friendly UI

  • Larger touch targets for easier interaction
  • Tap-to-predict interface for making predictions
  • Swipe gestures for navigating between gameweeks

Progressive Web App (PWA)

  • Add the app to your home screen for quick access
  • Look for the "Add to Home Screen" prompt when using the app
  • Offline support for viewing your recent predictions and fixtures
  • To install:
    1. Open the site in your mobile browser
    2. Wait for the "Add to Home Screen" prompt or...
    3. On iOS: Tap the share icon, then "Add to Home Screen"
    4. On Android: Tap the menu icon, then "Install App"

Tips for Success

  1. Research: Check team news, form, and injury updates
  2. Be Consistent: Make predictions for all matches each week
  3. Analyze Patterns: Look for trends in team performances
  4. Remember Deadlines: Set reminders for prediction deadlines

Need Help?

If you have any questions or encounter issues:

  1. Check this guide for basic information
  2. Contact us at support@eplprediction.example.com

Happy predicting!